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Sunday, August 16, 2026

Summer Flowers in the Morning Sun

 Good morning,

Today's blossoms are just beautiful!   These are from seeds I sprinkled in a pot a few weeks ago.

 These are early morning images taken on my patio.

 It is just so lovely to be greeted by these beauties of Mother Nature.

Enjoy!

Lois

Saturday, August 15, 2026

Midnight Snack Run

 Good morning,

Last night the "kids" borrowed Dad's keys to make a Midnight snack run.

They selected steak and whipped cream for themselves and picked up some pop tarts for us.  

;),

Lois

Friday, August 14, 2026

Chandelier in Main Dining Room - Independence of the Seas

 Good morning, 

Erica sent us this lovely image of the huge chandelier in the main dining room of Independence of the Seas.  She noted that it was carefully constructed to keep from moving and swaying as the ship moved.  

So pretty!

Thank you,

Lois

Thursday, August 13, 2026

Wednesday, August 12, 2026

Welcome to Bremuda

 Good morning,

Catherine and Erica visited Bremuda aboard Independence of the Seas. 

 Notice the sail ship beyond the white tents.  The crows nests are fun to see, but what I really enjoy is the Norwegian flag on the stern.

I didn't get any more information about the sail ship.  Maybe next time.

All the best,

Lois

Tuesday, August 11, 2026

Windjammer DIY Breakfast

 Good morning,

Today's image is from Catherine.  She and Erica made DIY breakfasts in the Independence of the Seas Windjammer the morning she sent this image.  It looks yummy! 

When Kjell and I cruised as guests, we enjoyed room service for breakfast so we could enjoy our coffee on the balcony.

Either way, we didn't have to do the dishes.  I love cruising!

:),

Lois

Monday, August 10, 2026

Izumi Restaurant Menu - Independence of the Seas

 Good morning,

I was recently asked about the menu at Izumi Restaurant aboard Royal Caribbean ships.  Catherine sent me this image of the menu on board Independence of the Seas.

Enlarge the image to see the details. 

There are several specialty restaurants aboard.  This one is a favorite! 

 All the best,

Lois